ISS Paraprofessional

Primary Purpose:

Supervise students assigned to in-school suspension (ISS) for disciplinary reasons. Maintain a highly structured and orderly environment. Work under the general supervision of the principal and immediate direction of a certified teacher on a daily basis.

 Education / Certification:

1. High School Diploma or GED.
2. Valid educational aide III certification.*

 Special Knowledge / Skills:

1. Ability to work well with children.
2. Ability to follow verbal and written instructions.
3. Ability to use personal computer.

 Experience / Other Requirements:

1. Three years of experience as a classroom aide.

OR

1. 30 semester hours of college credit with an emphasis on child growth and development.

Major Responsibilities and Duties:

 Instructional Support

1. Work with certified teacher and campus administrators to create and maintain an orderly and highly structured classroom environment.
2. Work with individual students to complete assignments given by classroom teacher.
3. Consult classroom teachers regarding student assignments.
4. Distribute, collect, and check student assignments for accuracy.
5. Maintain individual files of completed student assignments and return to classroom teachers.

Student Management

1. Manage student behavior and administer discipline according to board policies, administrative regulations, and Individual Education Plans (IEP).
2. Record student attendance and discipline referrals using personal computer.
3. Supervise students assigned to ISS during lunch and bathroom breaks.

Other

1. Maintain confidentiality.
2. Participate in staff development training programs, faculty meetings, and special events as assigned.
3. Responsible for properly maintaining district records, adhering to all policies set forth by the district for records maintenance ad learning the records retention schedule for department records.
4. Performs other duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities: 

 None.